Ergebnis für "The Librarian" in Politik & Sozialwissenschaften

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A NEW YORKER ESSENTIAL READ From the best-selling author of The Invention of Nature comes an exhilarating story about a remarkable group of young rebels—poets, novelists, philosophers—who, through their epic quarrels, passionate love stories, heartbreaking grief, and radical ideas...

On the morning of April 29, 1986, a fire alarm sounded in the Los Angeles Public Library. As the moments passed, the patrons and staff who had cleared out of the building realized this was not the usual false alarm. As one fireman recounted later, “Once that first stack got going, it was good-bye, Charlie.” The fire was disastrous: It reached 2,000 degrees and burned for more than seven hours. By the time it was extinguished, it had consumed 400,000 books and damaged 700,000 more.

"A rich, many-faceted book." -- The New York Times A classic work of Native American literature by the bestselling author of Ceremony Leslie Marmon Silko's groundbreaking book Storyteller, first published in 1981, blends original short stories and poetry influenced by the traditional oral tales...

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The untold story of the academics who became OSS spies, invented modern spycraft, and helped turn the tide of the war At the start of WWII, the U.S. found itself in desperate need of an intelligence agency. The Office of Strategic Services (OSS), a precursor...

“How to Read Now explores the politics and ethics of reading, and insists that we are capable of something better: a more engaged relationship not just with our fiction and our art, but with our buried and entangled histories.” “A book that doesn’t seek to shut down the current literary...

One of the things small town librarian Amanda Jones values most about books is how they can affirm a young person’s sense of self. So in 2022, when she heard of a local public hearing that would discuss “book content,” she knew what was at stake. Schools and libraries nationwide have been bombarded by demands for books with LGTBQ+ references, discussions of racism, and more to be purged from the shelves. Amanda would be damned if her community were to ban stories representing minority groups. She spoke out that night at the meeting. Days later, she woke up to a nightmare that still persists.

A history of libraries and the people who built them, from the ancient world to the digital age “Engaging [and] ambitious” (The Washington Post) The history of the library is rich, varied, and stuffed full of incident. In The Library, historians Andrew Pettegree and Arthur...

"What’s Next?" is the no-fluff podcast for power moves, career shifts, and owning your worth. Hosted by The Chief Librarian, this show delivers bold strategies, real talk, and unapologetic truth to help you step into your next chapter with confidence.

Seriously Chatty Librarians is a podcast by Saline County Library librarians Alan, Amanda and Lyndsey who chat about the public library, which, if you know public libraries, means they can talk about anything and everything... and they do!

The Drunk Librarians are your go-to source for all things booze and books. We chatter about recent reads, library shenanigans, and the booze that makes it all bearable.

Thee Ambassador Ron, the charismatic host behind the captivating YouTube channel and podcast 'Scientist Of Game & Not Just A Librarian,' curates an enthralling digital space where viewers and listeners delve into the intricate world of dating, relationships, and personal development. With a magnetic presence, Thee Ambassador Ron serves as a beacon of guidance, offering a unique blend of wisdom, humor, and insight. While the channel's main focus revolves around the lifestyle of pimping, it extends far beyond conventional boundaries, delving into current events, societal dynamics, and the latest...

In December 2008, twentysomething Jill Grunenwald graduated with her master’s degree in library science, ready to start living her dream of becoming a librarian. But the economy had a different idea. As the Great Recession reared its ugly head, jobs were scarce. After some searching, however, Jill was lucky enough to snag one of the few librarian gigs left in her home state of Ohio. The catch? The job was behind bars as the prison librarian at a men’s minimum-security prison. Talk about baptism by fire.

Unplugged and Unbound is where books, culture, and conversation collide. Hosted by A Lady Named D ( @unpluggedlibrarian), this podcast explores the stories shaping our lives—from page-turning reads to hot-button topics in society and beyond. Whether you’re here for thought-provoking discussions, fresh takes, or a dash of unapologetic realness, you’ll find a space to unplug from the noise and dive into meaningful dialogue. Join us every week for an unfiltered journey through books, culture, and the stories that matter.

A widely acclaimed biography from the bestselling author of The Romanovs: "One of the great love stories of history” (The Economist) between Catherine the Great and the wildly flamboyant and talented Prince Potemkin. "Captures the genius of two extraordinary Enlightenment figures—and of...

A National Bestseller *Winner of the 2024 DKG International Educators Book Award* A riveting, must-read, year-in-the-life account of three teachers, combined with reporting that reveals what’s really going on behind school doors, by New York Times bestselling author and education expert...

Do you love working with books? Of course you do! Do you also love working with people? Do you want to better your community? Interested in planning big events for people in your community? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book is for you. 50 Things to Know About Being a Librarian by author Tekedra Lofton offers fresh advice for librarians and would-be librarians. Most books on librarianship tell you only the nuts and bolts of the career.

Growing up under Fascist censorship in Nazi Germany, Ruth Rappaport absorbed a forbidden community of ideas in banned books. After fleeing her home in Leipzig at fifteen and losing both parents to the Holocaust, Ruth drifted between vocations, relationships, and countries, searching for belonging and purpose. When she found her calling in librarianship, Ruth became not only a witness to history but an agent for change as well. This epic true story reveals a driven woman who survived persecution, political unrest, and personal trauma through a love of books....

One of the New York Times 10 Best Books of the Year A National Book Critics Circle Award Finalist A New York Times Notable Book A timely exploration of what Shakespeare’s plays reveal about our divided land. “In this sprightly and enthralling book . . . Shapiro amply demonstrates...

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